AIS CERTIFICATION

INTRODUCTION

AIS, or Automotive Industry Standards, represent the technical standards for the automotive sector in India, aligned with UNECE guidelines. Introduced in 1989, AIS Certification is part of the India Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). These rules govern various aspects related to vehicles, including traffic regulations, production, and maintenance, ensuring compliance and safety across the automotive industry in India.

Automotive Industry Standards (AIS) are issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the government body responsible for regulating the automotive sector in India. AIS certification aims to enhance traffic safety and improve transportation standards.

The following three authorities are responsible for granting AIS Certification:

• International Centre for Automotive Technology (iCAT)

• Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI)

• Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA)

AIS standards are primarily introduced to address safety requirements, making them mandatory for various safety-related products and components of vehicles.

Benefits of AIS Certification

Following are the benefits of having an AIS Certification:

• Enhanced Vehicle Performance Monitoring: AIS Certification supports effective vehicle performance monitoring. It provides manufacturers with relevant data, assisting operators in delivering timely maintenance and optimizing vehicle performance.

• Increased Passenger Safety: The primary objective of AIS is to boost safety in commercial vehicles, ensuring safer journeys for all passengers.

• Public Transportation Improvements: AIS Certification contributes to the enhancement of public transportation in India by facilitating route tracking and optimizing travel efficiency.

• Driver Monitoring and Accountability: AIS Certification includes data on vehicle speed, duration, and other driving habits, enabling better tracking of drivers and improving accountability in cases of reckless or impaired driving.

PRODUCTS COVERED UNDER AIS CERTIFICATION

AIS Certification applies to both mandatory and voluntary automotive products. Currently, 26 products are required to be certified under the Automotive Industry Standards (AIS), with some also needing BIS Certification. The following products are mandated to receive AIS Certification:

• Brake hoses

• Tyres

• Horns

• Carburettors

• Rear view mirror

• Lights, bulbs and replaceable LEDs

• Speed limiting devices

For additional details, please refer to our comprehensive list of ais mandatory products that are currently subject to AIS approval.

Documents Required for AIS Certification

When applying for AIS Certification, you will need to provide the following documents:

1. Control Plan (COP Plan)

2. English translation of the manufacturer’s commercial register extract

3. Quality Manual

4. Flowchart of production steps

5. Current ISO Certificates

6. List of raw materials used

7. Product drawings

8. Test reports for five key raw materials

9. List of machines used

10. In-house test reports for the products to be certified

11. List of test equipment used

12. Calibration reports for test equipment

13. Job descriptions for test personnel

14. Test plan or frequency schedule

15. Training plan for test personnel

16. Standard updating procedures

17. Customer feedback or complaint forms

18. Description of testing requirements

19. Procedural instructions for non-conforming parts

20. Temperature and humidity verification laboratory records

21. Relevant AIS forms

22. Other required documents

Procedure for AIS Certification

To obtain AIS Certification, follow these steps:

1. Application Filing: Submit an application to the relevant authority for AIS Certification.

2. Documentation Submission: Provide all required documents along with the application and pay the necessary fee to the appropriate authority.

3. Factory Inspection: The relevant authority and Indian auditors will conduct a factory inspection upon receiving your application.

4. Product Testing and Marking: Products will undergo testing as part of the AIS Certification process. Post-testing, products will be marked accordingly.

5. Certification Issuance: Once the factory inspection and product testing meet the required standards, the authority will issue AIS Certification to the applicant.